Homeland Security Legislation
/ˈhoʊm.lænd sɪˈkjʊr.ɪ.ti ˌlɛdʒ.ɪsˈleɪ.ʃən/
Definitions
- (n.) Statutory enactments and legal measures enacted by a government to protect a nation from internal and external threats, including terrorism, natural disasters, and other emergencies.
The homeland security legislation established new protocols for emergency response and intelligence sharing.
Forms
- homeland security legislation
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Commentary
The term typically encompasses a broad range of statutes and regulations; drafters should specify scope and applicable agencies to ensure clarity.
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